An illness resulted in him only being able to compete in two events at the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. His withdrawal meant that the Australian 4x400m relay team could not compete in the final at the Games. (paralympic.org.au, 2016)

Impairment

He was born with abdominal and spinal problems as well as a weakness in his right leg. (latrobevalleyexpress.com.au, 13 Aug 2012; Facebook page, 11 Sep 2015; paralympic.org.au, 17 Apr 2011)